Island to Table is the ultimate outdoor dining and drinking event where a Long Island chef is be paired with a Long Island farmer to create a multi-course farm to table experience. All proceeds from Island to Table benefit HomeGrown Change, a nonprofit organization that works with schools and community groups by teaching them how grow crops and plants using organic and sustainable methods.
5-mile and 10-mile kayak/canoe race and a picnic!
There’s nothing quite like coming home to a beautiful house and impeccably designed front lawn. While freshly groomed grass is always a tried and true way to keep your lawn looking good, you can do so much more than that. If you don’t have the budget to spend on expensive flowers and fountains, check out these 10 ways to obtain your dream lawn on a budget. 1. Get Creative Think about landscaping concepts that you have always dreamed of and find a way to come up with a cheaper alternative. Consider anything that may improve your home’s curb appeal and…
Join us on April 22 for the 2018 Girls Go the Distance Family Fun Day, where families can participate in an outdoor adventure around Old Bethpage Village Restoration. They will take on physical and mental challenges, while cheering on their family and friends and earning patches and prizes. Light snacks and refreshments included.
Crazy hats are the theme of this weekend’s New York State Parks’ Winter Run Series 5k race, and the crazier the better. The next race of the series is 11 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 21, at Sunken Meadow State Park in Kings Park. (Registration is available online, as well as the day of the race)
Outdoor lighting provides many benefits to the exterior of your home. It provides curb appeal by showing off your homes best features and provides a way to safely navigate the terrain when you come home at night. Lighting your home can also protect you from thieves. Wintertime is when the darkness lasts the longest, when you need lights the most. For that reason, it is essential to keep your lighting maintained all year long, but especially during the winter. Here are some tips to maintain your outdoor lighting this winter. Clean the Lights Anytime you have precipitation, whether it is…
Bringing your pet to an outdoor event can be a lot of fun for both you and your furry friend. However, it’s important to use good etiquette when you’re out with your pet in public. Not everyone loves interacting with other people’s pets. For the comfort and safety of your pet as well as everyone around you, you should make sure your dog or cat is prepared to behave well in public before your next outing. Follow these pet etiquette tips and you’ll be ready to hit the next fall festival. 1. Only bring your pet to pet-friendly events. You…
If you are a proud dog owner, you likely consider your furry friend to be a member of your family. Dogs require room to play, and most breeds love roaming around outdoors. Unfortunately, some dogs like to run beyond the confines of your yard, making fences necessary. When you are trying to determine what type of fence you need, you will want to choose one that can contain your dog while also being aesthetically pleasing. There are several options for fences that can keep even the largest dogs safely contained. Higher is better Having a fence that is tall enough…
